A powder flask ... incomplete

fernando · 7th April 2016, 04:59 PM

Some friend has just presented me with this incomplete powder flask.
I take it that is rather old, judging for the thickness of its copper material, motif, patina and all.
With over 180 grams weight (for a 15 m/m lehgth), the relief of the decoration has no effect in the internal side ... if i make myself understood; i wouldn't know the name of this technique.
With the same hunting scene in both sides, it is obvious non military.
I realize i could never find a complete spout set to suit this piece ... patina and all.
Any of you guys may estimate the age of this powder flask ... or am i wrong about its antiquity ?

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7th April 2016, 04:59 PM	#1
fernando (deceased) Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Portugal Posts: 9,694	A powder flask ... incomplete Some friend has just presented me with this incomplete powder flask. I take it that is rather old, judging for the thickness of its copper material, motif, patina and all. With over 180 grams weight (for a 15 m/m lehgth), the relief of the decoration has no effect in the internal side ... if i make myself understood; i wouldn't know the name of this technique. With the same hunting scene in both sides, it is obvious non military. I realize i could never find a complete spout set to suit this piece ... patina and all. Any of you guys may estimate the age of this powder flask ... or am i wrong about its antiquity ? . Attached Images